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FAA seeks penalty for Colgan crews flying without rest

June 17, 2018 at 6:55 p.m.

The Federal Aviation Administration is seeking a $153,000 civil penalty against Colgan Air, Inc., alleging that the airline operated 17 flights without giving pilots and flight attendants the mandatory rest...

FAA seeks penalty for Colgan crews flying without rest

May 9, 2019 at 8:59 p.m.

The Federal Aviation Administration is seeking a $153,000 civil penalty against Colgan Air, Inc., alleging that the airline operated 17 flights without giving pilots and flight attendants the mandatory rest...

Illinois one of five ‘disliked’ states

June 17, 2018 at 7:50 p.m.

While we'll admit we don't have the best record when it comes to governors or baseball victories, we didn't think it had gotten so bad we'd been relegated to the...

Spirit Airlines cashes in on ‘Linsanity’ with new promotion

May 9, 2019 at 8:59 p.m.

Spirit Airlines, which serves as whipping boy for many Taking Off commenters, has a new promotion cashing in on NBA phenom, Jeremy Lin. Lin, an undrafted, often cut Asian-American out...

‘Staycation’ on the Gold Coast for $109 a night

May 9, 2019 at 8:59 p.m.

Between a sluggish economy and pesky airport scanners, more and more travelers are opting to stay close to home for vacay. Living Social is offering "staycationers" (and out of towners,...

Chicago’s ‘gluttony’ lands it on ‘sinful’ travel itinerary

June 17, 2018 at 6:53 p.m.

We all know that caloric goldmines like deep dish and Old Style are a must for many Chicago visitors. But it may be that Chicago is the absolute best city...

Chicago’s ‘gluttony’ lands it on ‘sinful’ travel itinerary

May 9, 2019 at 8:59 p.m.

We all know that caloric goldmines like deep dish and Old Style are a must for many Chicago visitors. But it may be that Chicago is the absolute best city...

Airlines lost fewer bags in 2011

May 9, 2019 at 8:59 p.m.

Major American airlines posted low numbers for mishandled baggage and passenger "bumps" in 2011, according to a report released this week. The Air Travel Consumer Report, compiled by the Department...

Explore the Land of Lincoln for $70

May 9, 2019 at 8:59 p.m.

Living Social is offering a one-night stay for two in a suite at The State House Inn located in Springfield. The deal includes two tickets to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential...

Schedule adjustments proposed for Metra BNSF line, feedback sought

May 9, 2019 at 8:59 p.m.

Metra has announced several potential schedule changes on their Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) route with service from Chicago to Aurora. The adjustments will affect both weekend and weekday rush-hour...

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